- #1 Space Revenge - Prologue
97% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: EskemaGames
Windows
Space Revenge - Prologue is an action-exploration game. With a top down perspective, twin stick controls and a sci-fi mood to explore the enemy base full of dangers. Embark in this adventure and hunt down the responsible of your fathers dead. The only way is REVENGE!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.4%, Isometric 17.3%, Action 15.8%, Shooter 12.7%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #2 Gritrunner
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gerbodyne Interactive
Windows
Gritrunner is a neon arcade space game. Dodge enemies and their fire. Collect the wreckage. Get out if you can.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Dystopian 19.1%, Action 17.4%, Futuristic 9.3%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #3 Sweezy Gunner
96% matchVery Positive83% of 244 reviews2014
Dev: Windybeard
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sweezy Gunner is an eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. destroy everything in your path, Upgrade the Sweezy Gunner ship. A Large open World! Travel through the lush green fields, frozen tundra and arid desert. Explore the depths of the many dungeons, caves and temples and collect that tasty loot!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.7%, Action 25.2%, Indie 20.8%, Space 12.4%, Shooter 10.9%
- #4 Beyond The Heavens
95% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Zane Games
Windows
Beyond The Heavens is a arcade style shoot-em-up where you take control of a ship seeking to reach the destination that calls out to it. The journey will take place across several worlds including Heaven and Hell!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.2%, Action 22.5%, Indie 18.5%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Space 11%
- #5 Omega Survivors
94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: AstroMonkey
Windows
Omega Survivor is a sci-fi bullet hell, part of the new "Survivor" genre with loot, crafting and lots of alien blasting to be done. The perfect game for those that just want to relax and turn off their brain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35%, Action 21.9%, Shooter 16.9%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Indie 8.7%
- #6 An Oath to the Stars
93% matchMostly Positive71% of 28 reviews2017
Dev: Himeki Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Left for dead by her closest friend and comrade, Hoshiko is now looking for revenge. Follow her in this modern hardcore danmaku SHMUP about revenge, friendship and honour.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41%, Action 32.4%, Indie 26.6%
- #7 ALSTROEMERIA
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 個人Pub: 無し
Windows
It's a side-view scroll shooter. It's a game in which you control your own aircraft and shoot down enemy aircraft. There are 21 different types of weapons to attack, and if you accumulate 3 gauges on the UI, each selected weapon will be available for a certain amount of time.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Sci-fi 18.5%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 15.3%, Futuristic 8.9%
- #8 方解夢異聞 ~ Avant-Garde Discerning Paralleler (東方二次創作STG)
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: 遊色高楼
Windows
幻想郷で急速に進み始めた近代化現象の謎に、あの息ぴったりの式神コンビと、異色の邪仙&山彦コンビが挑む! 全16ステージ+αの、ステージ選択制東方二次創作縦スクロールSTG!ステージ選択制ならではのバラエティに富んだ弾幕の数々を、君は攻略することができるか!?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.3%, Action 35.1%, Indie 25.6%
- #9 ∀kashicverse -Malicious Wake-
91% matchPositive96% of 45 reviews2020
Dev: Endless Shirafu
Windows
It is a 2D Sci-Fi Action Shoot 'em up that can use command deadly techniques like fighting games. In this title, you can destroy enemies by using 10 distinctive special moves, "Methods", in addition to normal shooting attacks.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.6%, Action 24%, Indie 20.1%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Shooter 11.4%
- #10 Metal Savior Black
90% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Gray Mantis
Windows
A fast paced sci-fi shooter with tons of enemies, weapons and secrets to unlock. Will you survive the onslaught?
Why similar: Action 29.5%, Sci-fi 18.3%, Indie 16.7%, Shooter 14.3%, Space 13.9%
- #11 Super Shoot Owl
89% matchMixed62% of 60 reviews2017
Dev: Shazard G Bansraj
Windows
Owly has been kidnapped by the treacherous Tala. Fight your way through hordes of evil llamas in a quest of liberation and vengeance.
Why similar: Action 36.6%, Bullet Hell 33.3%, Indie 30.1%
- #12 SpaceExile
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: GoodJob
Windows
This is a Twin Stick Shooter style game that requires the utmost survival against the relentless enemy. You can earn points by playing the game and use the points you earn to purchase six main weapons, six special weapons, and six types of upgrades. Leverage a wide range of unique weapons and upgrades to score even higher!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.5%, Action 25.3%, Indie 19%, Shooter 17.2%
- #13 Atomic Cosmos
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MakerPub: Invisible Promise
Windows
Atomic Cosmos is a bullet hell game that takes place on a small planet. Avoid meteors, lasers, and random events to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.2%, Action 25.3%, Space 13.9%, Arcade 7.1%, Indie 6.7%
- #14 Alien Blitz
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 30 reviews2016
Dev: Jean-Baptiste Simillon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Alien Blitz is a 3d action-shooter with lots of bullets, missiles, weapons, maps and monsters.Take your shotgun and go kill some Aliens !
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Action 27.2%, Indie 21.1%, Sci-fi 16.8%, Arcade 5.3%
- #15 ZombieThon
86% matchMostly Negative38% of 42 reviews2018
Dev: GreenThumbStudios
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 31%
ZombieThon is an arcade shoot ‘em up, with the goal of each mission being to survive as long as possible and to use any means to do so.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Online Co-Op 25.4%, Action 18.4%, Indie 15.2%, Shooter 12%
- #16 Gamma Blast
85% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Ilias GiouroukisPub:
Windows · Linux
Blast your way through enemy waves. Strike at enemy formations prioritizing targets depending on the situation. Rip them to pieces using an arsenal of powerful and versatile weapons. Put your reflexes to the test dodging a fire storm of enemy projectiles. Destroy challenging Bosses to achieve victory.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.7%, Action 26.4%, Indie 21.7%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 5%
- #17 Echoes of Eternity
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: DurableChain
Windows
Echoes of Eternity is a linear action RPG set after civilization’s fall to AI. With bullet-hell elements, you will fight and uncover a human story of loss and resilience—built with AI-assisted art, code, and design.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.5%, Action 23.5%, Sci-fi 21.9%, Indie 6.2%, Arcade 5.4%
- #18 Spacefighter Rukia 2
82% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: AstroMonkey
Windows
A blend between Shoot'em ups and Looter Shooters. Take on the story or randomly generated missions to level up your pilot and collect loot to build your ships up to take on bigger challenges.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Action 20.6%, Shooter 14.7%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Futuristic 8.2%
- #19 Sky Mercenaries
84% matchMixed69% of 125 reviews2014
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Sky Mercenaries - Fast paced action overdose with rpg elements
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.1%, Online Co-Op 23.6%, Action 17.6%, Indie 15%, Arcade 5.7%
- #20 All Tomorrows: Invasion
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bluestone
Windows
Resist extinction in this endless survival wave-based sci-fi shooter. Upgrade your weapons and harness far-future technology to survive as long as possible from a God-like alien race that threatens all of humanity.
Why similar: Sci-fi 19.6%, Dystopian 15.2%, Action 14.7%, Survival 14.5%, Shooter 12.9%
- #21 SpaceMerc
82% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Colin EUMP
Windows · Linux
SpaceMerc is a casual narrative bullet hell shooter about one pilot's quest to get paid by blowing stuff up. There's also an intergalactic war or something going on too.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.4%, Action 23%, Indie 19%, Sci-fi 18.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #22 AbyssFloor Survivors
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Katarienumono.inc
Windows · Mac
Dodge the swarming drones and survive! A 3D survival action game that tests your reflexes and judgment.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.4%, Survival 20.8%, Action 20.7%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Indie 5.2%
- #23 MACROSS -Shooting Insight-
80% matchMixed52% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: KAMINARI GAMES Inc.Pub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
Introducing an all-new Macross game, the latest entry in the landmark science fiction franchise! Embark upon a galaxy-spanning mission to rescue the missing songstresses!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.8%, Sci-fi 24.1%, Shooter 21.2%, Action 19.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #24 ITZO
78% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: GRRRVERSE
Windows · Mac
You’re a mediator trying to prevent an interplanetary conflict. How will you do it? By destroying infrastructure, overthrowing a monarchy, wiping out a hive, and eradicating half of a nebula… All this and more in ITZO, an 8-bit bullet hell game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.4%, Shooter 15.4%, Space 14%, Action 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.4%
- #25 Chasing Styx
79% matchVery Positive84% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: ForepawSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Chasing Styx is a three-headed dog, run 'n' gun, couch co-op, bullet-hell adventure. As Cerberus, explore the far reaches of the Underworld featuring multiple routes filled with disgruntled dead, tricky traps, screen covering waves of bullets, and hidden treasures used to upgrade your hellhound.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Action 29.4%, Indie 21.6%
- #26 Project Ara - Crucible
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Camptotheca Inc.
Windows
Project Ara - Crucible is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up featuring procedural content generation in addition to light RPG elements. Help Lethe Zelmiya, the forgetful wizard on her epic quest to graduate from the Myrellian Academy of Magic.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.2%, Action 32.3%, Indie 26.6%
- #27 G-Scramble
77% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: SB_Games_Public
Windows
Vertical Scrolling 2D Shooting Game Created by Shooting Game Builder
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52%, Shooter 20%, Action 19.9%, Indie 7%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #28 Arkin
78% matchMixed55% of 29 reviews2019
Dev: Raven Sword Industries
Windows
Arkin is a first person space combat experience. Take control of the latest in starfighter technology and fight for humanity's survival against the brutal alien onslaught.
Why similar: Action 34%, Indie 27.2%, Sci-fi 19.9%, Space 18.9%
- #29 Diced Up!
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: slameron
Windows · Mac
Survive as long as you can in an endless bullet hell with randomized stats and weapons.
Why similar: Online Co-Op 30.9%, Bullet Hell 30.7%, Action 12.3%, Shooter 10.8%, Survival 9.5%
- #30 Magus Over Fool
77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: HYPER GATE
Windows
Fly to the sky from the bottom of the world! Become 'The Fool' in the world of tarot cards, and to regain the strength that 'The Magus' and the world have reversed.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51.6%, Action 26.6%, Indie 21.9%
- #31 RiftStar Raiders
76% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: Climax StudiosPub: Vision Games Publishing LTD
Windows
You and up to 3 friends take on the roles of rogue pilots who’ll accept any type of mission as long as there’s cash on the table… no questions asked! Together you’ll be swept up in an interstellar war between 4 factions and across 9 missions to become the best that the Far Reach has ever known!
Why similar: Action 30.5%, Online Co-Op 29.6%, Indie 25.1%, Space 14.9%
- #32 Zombocalypse
74% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: NeroStudios
Windows · Linux
Dive into a top-down shooter where you’ll battle relentless waves of zombies, either solo or with friends! Face off against formidable bosses, unlock upgrades through a tech tree, and enjoy a casual gaming experience crafted with passion by an indie developer.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Online Co-Op 34.3%, Shooter 12%, Action 10.1%, Survival 6.5%
- #33 Sector Assault
75% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Brian Crandell
Windows
In this arcade space shooter, combine weapons and equipment to create the perfect loadouts. Battle an enemy fleet as diverse as your own arsenal, dodging cruise missiles, phasing through lasers, and ramming targets as you fight to reclaim the sector!
Why similar: Action 40.3%, Indie 33.1%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Space 7.5%, Shooter 7.1%
- #34 Dark Old Sun
75% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
Windows · Mac · Linux
A shoot'em up, with focus on choice and progressiveness, so you can choose between a wide selection of weapons, and upgrade them becoming way more powerfull as you play.Big multi-phase bosses and a dramatic story.
Why similar: Action 36.1%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Sci-fi 12%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 9.1%
- #35 Unexpected Sequence
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Breach Studio
Windows
Unexpected Sequence is a game inspired by classic bullet hell titles, aiming to keep the original feel and some of the difficulty. Customize your ship and fight your way back to humanity through hordes of enemies and unique bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Action 24%, Indie 19.8%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Space 10.8%
- #36 SEISO
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solrygane
Windows
SEISO is a high-octane bullet hell designed for pure adrenaline. Face relentless waves of enemies, master your reflexes, and climb the global leaderboards in this minimalist, neon-soaked action experience.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.1%, Action 31.2%, Indie 8.4%, Arcade 6.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #37 XenoRaptor
73% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.2%, Action 19.9%, Indie 15.6%, Space 13.8%, Shooter 11.6%
- #38 Bleak
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Interdiction Studios
Windows
Bleak is a Sci-Fi survival game. You must fight the planetary environments to survive and thrive. Currently available features are basic base building and mining with Researching new technology and discovering new flora and fauna coming soon. Play alone or coop with friends, its up to you.
Why similar: Action 28.4%, Indie 23.4%, Survival 18.4%, Sci-fi 18.3%, Space 11.6%
- #39 Grave Space
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.5%, Shooter 17.3%, Action 16.9%, Space 9%, Arcade 6%
- #40 Lifeless Vanguard
72% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Zeus Game Studio
Windows
Shoot, dodge, get more powerful, defeat a massive fleet of enemies, take part in the toughest boss fights you've probably ever been in in this twin-stick/bullet-hell shooter. Do you have what it takes to survive and win?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.3%, Action 28.1%, Indie 21.7%, Space 12.2%, Arcade 4.7%
- #41 Cha Recoil
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BanMedo Games
Windows
Cha Recoil is a shooter where you use your gun's recoil to move around. Dodge bullets and hit enemies as you progress through the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.6%, Action 23.2%, Indie 16.5%, Shooter 15.5%, Sci-fi 12.9%
- #42 STURMWIND EX
71% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: b-alive
Windows
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Action 15.9%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Indie 12.8%, Shooter 11.4%
- #43 ORION SHOOTER - オリオンシューター
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BOM LLC
Windows
Orion Shooter is an easy-to-play side-scrolling shooter game created with the desire to "liven up our hometown, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture!" We hope you enjoy the local feel that permeates the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.6%, Action 20.5%, Shooter 18.3%, Indie 12.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #44 Infested Inside Multiplayer Online
72% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Blackoakstudio
Windows
This game is a "the thing" like where one of the guys is infected and has to kill others. The others have to find who is infected and to kill him together.
Why similar: Online Co-Op 36.9%, Action 34.6%, Indie 28.5%
- #45 星海的流言
69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: VointStudio
Windows
XingHaiDeLiuYan is a bullet-screen shooting game that features random enemy ships and bullet-screens, but also has a focus on strengthening the player's game content. Players can acquire three types of aircraft and 18 types of weapons to challenge increasingly powerful enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.3%, Action 15.7%, Space 15.4%, Shooter 11.2%, Indie 6.5%
- #46 Void Wars
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Skyburn Games
Windows
Dodge, shoot and free the galaxy of the evil space mega corp. Use a variety of different weapons and spaceships, each with different playstyles to overcome many challenging levels.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Action 16.2%, Sci-fi 14.9%, Space 13.2%, Futuristic 5.6%
- #47 Graceful Explosion Machine
70% matchPositive81% of 47 reviews2017
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Skillfully pilot the Graceful Explosion Machine, a fighter ship armed with a ludicrously overpowered quad-weapon array! Lost in deep space, you'll shoot, dash and combo your way through jewel-hued uncharted planets, fighting an alien armada to find a way home.
Why similar: Action 23.1%, Indie 19%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Shooter 8.4%
- #48 Outstation
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DarkStone Digital
Windows
When you're a mercenary on the harvest mines, you're either on the edge of livin or in the middle of dyin. In a new frontier of space exploration, you have been hired to defend a mining operation on the edge of space from increasing waves of marauders. Upgrade your ship, fortify the station, and fight hard.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.2%, Sci-fi 21.5%, Indie 20.4%, Shooter 16.8%
- #49 Armageddon Sky's Invasion
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Couts Unlimited Games
Windows
Armageddon Sky's Invasion is a vertical scrolling bullet hell shoot'em up. You will destroy countless waves of the invader's fleet to protect the planet that you love. Face challenging boss and be surprised by the beautiful backgrounds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Action 22%, Shooter 15.1%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Futuristic 9.6%
- #50 Seven Suns of Orion
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FerroFerrous
Windows
A fast paced bullet heaven, control your Sci-fi spaceships with semi-newtonian physics. Last 7 minutes against the drone armada until their boss arrives and fight your way to freedom! Use planetary gravity and other hazards to dodge superior numbers. Collect and combine weapons for maximum firepower
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.9%, Action 19.1%, Shooter 14.8%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Futuristic 9.3%
- #51 NYAN DESTROYER
68% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2018
Dev: Khokhlov
Windows
NYAN DESTROYER is a military squad of special purpose, whose main goal is to cleanse the universe of cute creatures. These creatures have already enslaved most of the human population that is why people prefer to play carelessly with them, and not to destroy them... Fight back against them!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.1%, Indie 25.1%, Action 20.4%, Space 14%, Arcade 5.4%
- #52 Fiery Rivaz
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Tim Nicolai
Windows
Fiery Rivaz - Reanimate Shmups !!! It's time to revive the shmup genre. You can expect a shooter that focuses on varied and innovative level design. It is accompanied by cool 3d graphics and a great soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.1%, Action 20.9%, Shooter 17.1%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Space 9.4%
- #53 Infinite Incantation
67% matchPositive85% of 40 reviews2023
Dev: Zero Sun Games
Windows
Fight for survival as you battle massive hordes of enemies. Wield powerful spells that you can mutate and evolve to ludicrous strength. Customize your character's stats, elemental affinities, and make upgrades to become the ultimate spell-slinging force of destruction.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.7%, Action 27.6%, Indie 22.7%
- #54 Flatshot
67% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: TurupawnPub: Rosalila
Windows · Linux
Flatshot is a free as in freedom shooting game with flat and minimalist aesthetics. Shoot, dodge, parry and charge to defeat +50 enemy bosses. Sharpen your skills in this easy to learn hard to master Bullet Hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.9%, Indie 32.9%, Action 30.2%
- #55 The United SPACE of America
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Fractured Earth
Windows
The United SPACE of America is a high action, arcade style, run-n-gun bullet hell, twin stick shooter that allows you to absorb enemy bullets with your Proton Sabre while you blast through countless enemies with your shoulder cannon. It takes a bit of hectic coordination. Can you master it?
Why similar: Action 40.9%, Indie 33.7%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #56 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 10.5%, Space 9.7%
- #57 Echoes+
66% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
Dev: Binary Zoo
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.7%, Action 25.5%, Indie 17.9%, Space 9.4%, Arcade 4.5%